Checked oil specs by engine
2016 GMC Acadia oil capacity, type & filter
Multiple engine options are listed for the 2016 GMC Acadia. Select your engine below before buying oil or a filter.
| Engine | Capacity | Oil Type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.6L V6 | 6 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2.5L | — | 5W-20 | — |
Match one of 2 checked engine options before buying oil or a filter.
AMSOIL EA15K01 is copied into the checkout checklist below. Other listed filters are source-backed alternatives.
Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.
Search paths only — confirm your OEM viscosity spec and quantity before checkout.
2016 GMC Acadia oil specs: capacity conditions and filter notes
Check the door jamb sticker, owner's manual, or displacement badge on the engine cover. Match it to the engine options listed above before buying oil or a filter.
All listed filter part numbers are compatible alternatives for your vehicle. Choose any one brand, then confirm the exact part number at checkout.
With filter means the volume includes a new filter. Service fill is the typical drain-and-fill amount. Dry fill is for a fresh empty engine only.
Filter fitment has not been fully verified for every engine listed. Confirm the part number with the retailer before ordering.
Retailer fitment tools may use different data. Confirm oil capacity, viscosity, and filter part number before ordering.
Source coverage for the 2016 GMC Acadia
Supported by Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager).
Supported by RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup.
5 checked source rows for the 2016 GMC Acadia.
Before ordering for this 2016 GMC Acadia
- Capacity
- 6 qt (Service fill)
- Oil type
- 5W-30
- Interval
- 7,500 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- AMSOIL EA15K01
- Capacity
- Unverified
- Oil type
- 5W-20
- Interval
- 7,500 mi / 12 mo
- Filter
- Unverified
Source check: Last checked 2026-06-23 from AMSOIL Lookup, Pennzoil OATS, RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and Castrol (Olyslager).
GMC Acadia oil specs by year
This table includes checked GMC Acadia model years available in our database.
| Year | Capacity | Oil type | Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5.5 qt | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2024 | 5.5 qt | 0W-20 | WIX 51032 |
| 2023 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | Purolator PL21495 |
| 2022 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | PUROLATOR PL21495 |
| 2021 | 5 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064 |
| 2020 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064 |
| 2019 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064 |
| 2018 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | CHAMP / LUBER-FINER PH10064 |
| 2017 | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 0W-20 | AMSOIL EA15K50 |
| 2016 Current page | 6 qt (multiple engines) | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2015 | 6 qt | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL10255 |
| 2014 | 6 qt | 5W-30 | PRO-TEC PXL10255 |
| 2013 | 6 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K01 |
| 2010 | 5.5 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K50 |
| 2009 | 5.5 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K50 |
| 2008 | 5.5 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K50 |
| 2007 | 5.5 qt | 5W-30 | AMSOIL EA15K50 |
How we verified 2016 GMC Acadia oil data
How we verify fitmentChecked fitment data. Last checked: 2026-06-23.
This page checked 5 sources for the 2016 GMC Acadia. The table lists which checked source contributed capacity, oil type, or filter evidence.
We checked leading oil brands and aftermarket filter catalogs so you don't have to.
- Confidence
- Cross-check pending
- Sources checked
- 5
- Last checked
- 2026-06-23
- Capacity: Pennzoil OATS, AMSOIL Lookup, and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Oil type: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
- Filter: RockAuto, Purolator Part Finder, and AMSOIL Lookup
- Change interval: Pennzoil OATS and Castrol (Olyslager)
| Source | Supports | Checked | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| AMSOIL Lookup | Capacity, Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| Pennzoil OATS | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| RockAuto | Filter | 2026-06-23 | Checked source |
| Purolator Part Finder | Filter | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
| Castrol (Olyslager) | Capacity, Oil type | 2026-06-23 | Visit brand site |
2016 GMC Acadia maintenance checklist
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Where to buy
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Search 2016 GMC Acadia oil & filter →AutoZone
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Search 2016 GMC Acadia oil & filter →Amazon
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